The Dakota Dunes Casino, operated by the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA), completed its first phase of expansion and held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on December 18, 2025. This expansion focuses on upgrading the gaming space and supporting facilities, and it also advances the resort's thermal spa center project. Compliance cases for related Indian tribe gaming projects can be queried through the PASA official website.
Core of the First Phase Expansion: Dual Upgrade of Gaming Space and Facilities
This expansion is a significant investment! The first phase added about 11,500 square feet of smoking area gaming space, instantly adding 350 gaming machines, with a total investment of about 14 million US dollars. The upgraded area not only has increased ceiling height but also is equipped with a new ventilation and air conditioning system, specifically designed to improve air quality and consider both player and employee experience.
Employment and Community Value: Over 70% Indigenous Employees
The expansion brings tangible employment benefits! The first phase has created 30 new jobs, and the total number of casino employees has reached 373, of which 73% are Indigenous people, aligning with SIGA's core mission of "creating employment for Indigenous people." The additional income will support community economic development and support various public welfare initiatives in Saskatoon and surrounding tribes.
Future Plans: High-Limit Area and Dining Upgrades in 2026
There are still many big moves to come! In the spring of 2026, the second phase will commence, focusing on expanding the high-limit table game area; in the summer, new Tim Hortons stores, delis, bars, and teppanyaki restaurants will be added. The SIGA CEO stated that the entire area will be revitalized in a few months.
Resort Synergy: Simultaneous Construction of the Thermal Spa Center
The casino expansion coincides with the resort development boom! The Dakota Dunes thermal spa center, also promoted during the same period, involves an investment of 54 million US dollars and is expected to open by the end of 2026, filling the gap in high-end spa facilities in Saskatchewan. The tribal chief stated that the dual upgrade will make the resort a top destination in the province, with the resort's net profit expected to exceed 50 million US dollars in 2025.
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